- Rick Hunter: Well, if those aliens have come to call on SDF-1, I think we should show 'em some Earthly hospitality. However, I think I'd be a much more comfortable host inside this new armored battloid.
- [He powers up and leaves the ship]
- Rick Hunter: Rick Hunter, Vermillion Number One, is in flight.
- Lisa: Lieutenant Hunter, the new armored battloids are not to be used unless you're on special assignment.
- Rick Hunter: Guess I blew it.
- Lisa: I'd say that's an understatement, Lieutenant Hunter.
- [first lines]
- Rick Hunter: Hello.
- Lynn Minmei: Hi, Rick. So what is it you wanted to see me about?
- Rick Hunter: Well, uh... I was thinking of asking you out tonight.
- Lynn Minmei: Gee, I'm really sorry, Rick, but tonight's my busiest time at the restaurant. You know that.
- Rick Hunter: [looking at his watch] You're right, I forgot. My mind can't keep track of anything lately.
- [He looks outside]
- Rick Hunter: Look at that! There's a sky out there.
- Lynn Minmei: You didn't know about it? Robotech Research made it. I really think it's great the way they made it look so real.
- Rick Hunter: What'll they think of next?
- Lynn Minmei: Maybe seeing a sunset everyday will at least help everyone keep track of time.
- Rick Hunter: Sunsets?